Soybean germination begins with the seed imbibing (absorbing) approximately 50% of its weight in water followed by the development of the radicle (primary root) and emergence of the cotyledons (seed leaves). Planting into a moist seedbed with good seed-to-soil contact is important for optimal germination.
Directions to Trailhead. The Sendero Esperanza Trailhead is located approximately 6 miles from the Red Hills Visitor Center, 1.5 miles east of the intersection of Hohokam Road and Golden Gate Road. From Tucson, take Speedway Blvd west (it will become West Gates Pass Road) and continue west to Kinney Road.
Los Reales Landfill. The City of Tucson's Los Reales Landfill, located at 5300 E. Los Reales Road, opened in 1967 and is the only active landfill owned and managed by the City of Tucson. Los Reales is a regional landfill and serves the residents and businesses of Tucson and Pima County. Each day, approximately 1,500 tons of solid waste is brought to the landfill for disposal. Los Reales is open to private, commercial haulers and residential, self-haulers.